State Sees Debate Over Child-Only Insurance Coverage

State Sees Debate Over Child-Only Insurance Coverage

In December of 2011, Gov. Fallin signed emergency rules allowing insurance companies to offer child-only policies. However, many lawmakers are seeking alternatives to the provisions put in place by the rules. On January 18th Sen. Wilson filed SB 1181 – which would require insurance carriers to offer at least one child-only policy. Other lawmakers have proposed other measures, including suggesting a Senate Joint Resolution (SJR) to overturn the emergency rules.

An open enrollment period for child-only policy required under the new rules runs through February 29th. See additional information related to child-only coverage below.